Pakistan has given the second sending emergency aid to Myanmar to support people affected by the recent earthquake.
The aid, made up of 35 tonnes of essential goods, was officially delivered by the Pakistan ambassador to Myanmar, Imran Haider, to the chief minister of the Yangon region at Yangon International Airport.
The latter expedition provides total aid in terms of reduction in Pakistan to 70 tonnes, after the devastating earthquake that hit Myanmar.
Aid is part of Pakistan’s continuous commitment to provide humanitarian support to the survivors of the earthquake, under the directives of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) of Pakistan played a key role in effective coordination and the sending of aid in time, ensuring that the shipment has quickly reached its destination.
The delivery of aid is an essential element of Pakistan’s efforts to support Myanmar in its recovery and help those who have lost their homes and their livelihoods in the disaster.
Pakistan remains firm in its commitment to provide humanitarian assistance to the inhabitants of Myanmar, and this second expedition demonstrates the continuous solidarity of the country with the affected communities.
A powerful magnification earthquake of 7.7 hit the Myanmar on March 28, causing the death of 3,455 people and injured more than 4,500, according to official figures.
The United Nations called for international support, describing the extent of destruction as “amazing” and urging the world community to solidarize with Myanmar during this humanitarian crisis.
Earlier, the first aid shipping was sent which included 35 tonnes of goods, including tents, tarpaulins, blankets, ready -to -eat meals, medicines and water modules.
